Quality Manager - Automotive (Bekasi)

Michael Page; Bekasi; On-site; IDR 200.000.000 - 300.000.000; Full time

Job summary

A global recruiter is seeking a Quality Manager in Bekasi, Indonesia. The role requires experience in the automotive sector, specifically in quality management according to IATF 16949 standards. Candidates should have strong communication skills in English and experience managing teams for at least 5 years. The work environment is dynamic and multicultural, offering the opportunity to collaborate across functions and represent regional interests in global discussions.

Benefits

Work for a reputable global company

Dynamic working environment

Work in a multi-cultural team

Qualifications

• Strong background in automotive industry quality management, with solid knowledge of IATF 16949.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience as a Manager for 5 years.
• Demonstrates a future-fit, growth mindset, open to change and improvement.
• Collaborative style - able to work across functions.
• Comfortable representing Indonesia within regional/global discussions.

Responsibilities

• Inspect and validate incoming materials to meet specifications.
• Manage supplier audits, APQP/PPAP submissions, and performance reviews.
• Maintain compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and others.
• Monitor production lines for process adherence and defect prevention.
• Drive continuous improvement projects like Lean and Six Sigma.

Skills

Quality management

Communication skills

Root cause analysis

Continuous improvement techniques

Collaboration

Job description

Overview

• Work for a reputable global company
• Dynamic working environment

About Our Client

The client is a leading global manufacturer of automotive components.

Job Description

Incoming Quality (Supplier Parts & Materials)

• Inspecting and validating incoming materials/components to meet specifications.
• Collaborating with Purchasing Quality Assurance (PQA) to resolve non-conformities.
• Driving supplier corrective actions and monitoring effectiveness.

Supplier Quality Management

• Managing supplier audits, APQP/PPAP submissions, and performance reviews.
• Conducting root cause analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, 8D) and implementing corrective actions.
• Working closely with regional/global suppliers and aligning with PQT teams.

Quality Management System (QMS)

• Maintaining compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and customer-specific standards.
• Leading internal audits, risk assessments, and compliance reporting.
• Supporting certification and customer audits.

In-Process & Outgoing Quality Control

• Monitoring production lines for process adherence and defect prevention.
• Conducting sampling, measurement, and functional testing before product shipment.
• Coordinating with overseas labs (e.g., CN) for product testing and certification schedules.

Customer Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Acting as the quality representative for automotive OEM and Tier-1 clients.
• Handling customer complaints, warranty issues, and 8D problem-solving reports.
• Driving continuous improvement projects (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen) to reduce defects and improve yield.
• Supporting APQP, FMEA, and control plan development for new product launches.

Stakeholder Management & Cross-BU Collaboration

• Liaising with internal functions such as Engineering, Production, Supply Chain, and Purchasing to ensure alignment on quality topics.
• Coordinating with regional/global Business Units (BU) to standardize processes and share best practices.
• Acting as a key point of contact between suppliers, internal teams, and customers, ensuring transparent communication and quick issue resolution

The Successful Applicant

• Strong background in automotive industry quality management, with solid knowledge of IATF 16949.
• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience as a Manager for 5 years
• Demonstrates a future-fit, growth mindset, open to change and improvement.
• Collaborative style - able to work across functions (not siloed within quality only) and embrace discussion when friction occurs.
• Comfortable representing Indonesia within regional/global discussions.

What\'s on Offer

• Work for a reputable global company
• Dynamic working environment
• Work in a multi-cultural team